Director and State Geologist

lsu; United States; Sur place; USD 120 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

LSU Energy Institute seeks a Director and State Geologist to lead statewide geological investigations, manage the Louisiana Geological Survey, and guide strategic research initiatives.

The role combines scientific leadership with administrative oversight and opportunities to collaborate across LSU and external partners. A faculty appointment may be considered in line with qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology or related field with 7 years of experience.
• Eligibility for Louisiana Professional Geoscientist licensure.
• Degree not strictly required if the candidate meets the experience requirement.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic leadership and oversee the Louisiana Geological Survey as State Geologist.
• Direct scientific, technical, administrative, and operational activities and initiatives.
• Develop external funding through grants, contracts, and partnerships.
• Represent the Survey to policymakers, agencies, industry, and the public.
• Collaborate with LSU Energy Institute and other departments on interdisciplinary efforts.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Grant writing

Formation

Bachelor's degree in geology or related field

Louisiana Professional Geoscientist licensure eligibility

Description du poste

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Job Posting Title:

Director and State Geologist

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM ORED - Energy Institute (John C Flake (00002004))

Work Location:

3079 Energy, Coast, and Environment Building

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

The LSU Energy Institute is seeking applications for the position of Director of the Louisiana Geological Survey (LGS). The Louisiana Geological Survey is the official geological survey of the State of Louisiana and is housed within the LSU Energy Institute pursuant to Louisiana R.S. 17:1492.The Director serves as Louisiana's State Geologist and provides strategic leadership and overall management of the Louisiana Geological Survey. In this capacity, the Director serves as the chief scientific authority for the Survey while overseeing statewide geological investigations, mapping activities, subsurface studies, geological hazard assessments, geological data resources, field operations, core and sample repositories, and related scientific and technical initiatives. The Director works collaboratively with state agencies, academic researchers, industry stakeholders, policymakers, and external partners to advance the Survey's mission, scientific excellence, and long-term development. A faculty appointment at Louisiana State University may also be considered, consistent with qualifications and university policies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Louisiana Geological Survey while serving as Louisiana's State Geologist. Direct the Survey's scientific, technical, administrative, and operational activities. Provide scientific leadership and technical direction for statewide geological investigations, mapping activities, subsurface studies, geological hazard assessments, and related research initiatives. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with government agencies, academic institutions, industry partners, and other stakeholders, and pursue external funding opportunities through grants, contracts, and strategic partnerships to support and expand the Survey's mission. (35%)
• Pursuant to Louisiana R.S. 17:1492, oversee the maintenance of current surface and subsurface geological surveys of the State of Louisiana. In addition, oversee the stewardship of the LGS core facility to ensure that cores, logs, and data are preserved, inventoried, and easily accessed by internal and external stakeholders. (25%)
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and subject matter expert for the Louisiana Geological Survey. Represent the Survey before policymakers, governmental entities, industry stakeholders, academic audiences, professional organizations, media, and the public through presentations, testimony, technical briefings, outreach activities, and other engagement efforts. Communicate complex geological information in a manner that supports informed decision-making and public understanding. (25%)
• Contribute to Louisiana Geological Survey and LSU Energy Institute activities, including conferences, workshops, and meetings, and collaborate across LSU academic departments and colleges on geology, energy, and other interdisciplinary initiatives. (10%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in geology or related field and 7 years of experience. Eligible for Louisiana Professional Geoscientist licensure.

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply--a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D in geology or related field. A record appropriate for senior rank at LSU; demonstrated scientific leadership; eligibility for Louisiana Professional Geoscientist licensure; and strong communication skills. The candidate should be familiar with coastal geology, deltaic systems, Class VI and or groundwater regulations, state surveys, and federal or regulatory policies.